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What is the name of this market?
DowntownDC Holiday Market
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What are the market hours?
The market is open from November 21 to December 23, 2025
• Monday-Thursday | 12pm-8pm
• Friday-Saturday | 11am-9pm
• Sunday | 11am-8pm | 11am-8pm
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What is the location of the market?
The market is located on F Street NW (Between 7th & 9th streets NW). Learn how to get to the market HERE.
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Who are the market operators?
The market operator is The Makers Show. Learn more here.
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Is there an entry fee?
No, there is not an entry fee! The holiday market is FREE but you need money to shop!
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How many vendors are at the market?
We’re expanding our vendor list to over 115 vendors, making this market our largest one yet!
Get to know all of our vendors HERE.
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What's new this year?
Check out the DC Dream Wall, an oversized chalkboard installation that celebrates community hopes and creativity, and the 2025 DowntownDC Holiday Market Gift Guide, featuring maker stories, product highlights, and our recommendations for you to buy local and meaningful gifts.
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Are dogs allowed?
Yes! We love dogs at the market! Just make sure you clean up after them.
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What is the nearest metro station?
Gallery Place-Chinatown Metro Station (Red/Green/Yellow lines) is the nearest station with exits at 7th & F Streets NW and 9th and G Streets NW
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Where are the bathrooms?
On 8th Street NW, behind the Winter Chalet by Dirty Habit bar.
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Where is the indoor ice skating rink located?
At the National Building Museum located at 401 F St NW. Learn more about the Winter Skate Spectacular, brought to you by Events DC and DowntownDC BID.
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Where is the giant National Mistletoe?
The National Mistletoe is located across from the Apple Carnegie Library on 8th Street NW between K & I Streets NW.
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Is the market kid friendly?
Yes! We have a children’s play area called Rudolph Reindeer Games next to the performance stage.
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Where are the ATMs located?
You can find atms at these locations around the market!
• 601 F Street NW (Capital One)
• 732 7th Street NW (Capital One)
• 610 F Street NW (Bank of America)
• 10th & E streets NW (Welcome center | Bank of America)
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Are credit cards accepted?
Yes, for most vendors, but it may help to have some cash on-hand.
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Is there live entertainment?
Enjoy live music and entertainment at the holiday market main stage from Thursdays to Sundays with three daily sets:
- 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
- 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
- 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
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How do I apply to become a vendor at the DowntownDC Holiday Market?
The market’s vendor slots are currently full. However, you can apply to future markets by joining the vendor list on The Makers Show website.
